GRE Word List
PROPONENT
one who argues in favor of something : advocate
The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| equable | marked by lack of variation or change : uniform |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| sublime | to cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| acme | the highest point or stage |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |